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Opinions on Hallie

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GLR1990 · 18/07/2020 14:15

Opinions on the name Hallie please!

I think it's a really nice name and I like that it could be shortened to Hal (although I think I'd let my child choose their own NN rather than planning one).
My OH loves it, but I have a few concerns...

  • Spelling: I know it can also be spelled Halle but don't love this spelling as I feel people wouldn't pronounce the "ee" at the end.
  • Pronunciation - is it obvious that is should be "Hal-ee"? (I've read somewhere about people mispronouncing it Hailey - which I don't love!)
  • Is it too much of a nickname?
  • Is it becoming too popular?

Thankkkks! Smile

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prettygreenteacup · 18/07/2020 16:40

I have a Hallie! She gets called Hals by us a lot :) we've had no issues with people spelling or pronouncing her name.

prettygreenteacup · 18/07/2020 16:39

I have a Hallie! She gets called Hals by us a lot :) we've had no issues with people spelling or pronouncing her name.

alexdgr8 · 18/07/2020 16:26

no. just no. sounds like a sister to chardonnay.

LilacSloth · 18/07/2020 16:23

Love it. I think the spelling Hallie makes it obvious how it should be pronounced.

AllHellBreaksLoose · 18/07/2020 16:22

I know 4 Hallie's under 2, very popular at the moment x

LouiseTrees · 18/07/2020 16:02

What about Halley?
Like the comet. I like the name and would never pronounce it Hailey but I’m sure there are some who would.

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